Remessa Conforme Program: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how the Remessa Conforme Program affects import taxes and shopping costs for international purchases in Brazil.
The Remessa Conforme Program is a system designed to regulate international purchases and streamline how taxes are collected for goods entering Brazil.
Who it's for
This program is designed for e-commerce platforms and importers. It creates a structured framework to help these entities manage international trade more effectively.
What you get
When shopping through participating platforms, you may benefit from an exemption from import tax. This exemption applies to purchases made up to US$ 50, provided that all specific conditions required by the program are met.
What it costs you
There is no direct cost to the consumer to access the program, but it changes how you pay. To participate, e-commerce platforms must comply with tax collection rules by calculating and collecting the required taxes directly at the checkout stage. This ensures that the necessary tax obligations are settled during the transaction.
The catch to know
The most important thing to understand is that a federal tax exemption does not mean the purchase is entirely tax-free. Even if you qualify for an exemption from federal import tax, a state-level ICMS (tax) is still charged on top of that. You should always check the final price at checkout to see the total cost including these state taxes.
How to apply
- Use e-commerce platforms that are registered and compliant with the program.
- Check the item value to ensure it falls within the US$ 50 limit for potential exemption.
- Complete the checkout process where the platform will handle the tax collection for you.
For more details, visit the official portal: https://www.gov.br/receitafederal/pt-br/assuntos/noticias/2023/junho/programa-remessa-conforme